Saturday, May 23, 2009

Zagat Guide Hudson Valley Restaurants


Here is what Zagat says about Aroma Thyme Bistro in Ellenville NY.


Zagat
2009/10
Westchester-Hudson Valley Restaurants


Food-26
Décor-19
Service-22
Cost $39

Who’d believe you’d find “elegant”, “healthy gourmet dining” with “plentiful vegan options” in “sleepy Ellenville’? ask “mind-boggled” “foodies” tucking into “passionate” chef Marcus Guiliano’s “wide-ranging menu” of “high-quality”, organic New American-Eclectic eats; adding yet more “cachet” are “slice of Manhattan”-style digs with hand-stenciled walls, an “amazing wine cellar” and a “friendly” staff.

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CUSTOMER COMMENTS
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"The total dining experience is fantastic and the knowledgeable bartender who served us was an added bonus."

MaryAnn Deaver
November 2009
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"The Italian Wine and Dinner event was highly educational and fun. The service was of the highest quality - as usual for Aroma Thyme. Every staff member treats us as if we were friends or family. And the food was gourmet in taste and presentation."

Jean Papandrea

November 2009
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"You have created a place where the food is a work of art that satisfies our desire to eat to benefit ourselves as well as our planet. Thanks for your kitchen creations and your philosophy".

Sheryl Samuel

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“We have never been disappointed by a meal at this restaurant. We are constantly impressed by the variety and quality of the food. Thanks!”

Tracy Badgley

November 2009

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“Waitstaff is excellent and the food is super”

John Wiaziwski

November 2009

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“The friendly staff and wonderful food is what we like best.”

Carol Schorno

November 2009

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“Delicious! Thank you!”

Sam Slotnick

November 2009

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"Everything was great! We're lucky to have you in Ellenville"
Jane Wood
October 2009
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"Everything was excellent, loved the brownie most!!"
Lisa Gibson
October 2009
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"GREAT MUSIC!"
Cecelia Handza
October 2009
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"The flavor of the roasted tomatoes with the braised lamb OMG"
Barbara Caldwell
October 2009
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"This is the best restaurant in the Hudson Valley"
Lisa Hollander
October 2009
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"Everything about the experience was wonderful"
Eugene & Tatiana Evanitsky
October 2009
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"The service was wonderful, food delicious. Love the spirit behind your restaurant"
Tammi Price
October 2009
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"Your attention to quality ingredients, sustainable...your sensitivity to special dietary needs"
Trish Stenger
October 2009
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"Food was excellent"
Peggy Sheeley
October 2009
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"Food was wonderful"
Susan Connolly
October 2009
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"Your food is delicious and your service is very very good"
Arthur Goldenberger
October 2009
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"Appetizers excellent, burgers great!"
Dale Vandenberg
October 2009
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"Everything was wonderful, it was a great experience"
Deanna Keats
October 2009
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"We really enjoyed our first visit here. We traveled a good distance to get here . Your Gluten Free menu, your waitress and staff was amazing! Thanks you!"
Heather Gallagher
September 2009
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"Everything was impeccable."
Liz DeRuchie
September 2009
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"Beer selection, food selection and great service A+++"
Karl Schiffmacher
September 2009
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"Just keep it up & maybe not change a thing...the amazingly talented and accommodating staff. Best beer list & Bloody Mary in Hudson Valley."
Michel Bonnin & Gerry McGuckin
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"Welcoming atmosphere & incredible beer selection & great music too!"
Nora Buckman
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"Service, wine list, good use of local in season ingredients"
Hannah Brooks
September 2009
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"Friendly attitude, warm environment, EXCELLENT FOOD!!!!"
Michael Seiten
September 2009
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"Food has been fabulous (all kinds). Great atmosphere of family, people, friendly and welcoming"
Sara Jane Kintzer
September 2009
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"smart fish choices"
Sheryl Samuel
September 2009
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"Service, wine list, good use of Local in season ingredients"
Hannah Brooks
September 2009
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"Vegan Choices, Wine List and service"
Anne Piscitello
August 2009
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"Love the selection of alcoholic & non alcoholic beverages. Nice to see so many choices. "
Jason Kainu
August 2009
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"The banana dessert was amazing"
Cindy Martin
August 2009
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"Keep Doing what you are doing!"
Nick Clemente
August 2009
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"It was great experience worth the drive, we'll definitely be back"
Mark Schwartz
August 2009
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"Great Mojitos"
Barry Kass
August 2009
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"Great atmosphere to compliment great food"
Betty Marton
August 2009
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"The food was very well prepared. Great assortment of draft beer and liquor"
Stuart Margulis
August 2009
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"The food (all of it) was outstanding"
Claudia Arena
August 2009
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"Everything rocks"
Nicholas Boccia
August 2009
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"Lots of fun! Nice people, great service. The best food in the Catskills"
Ilene Whitesman
August 2009
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"Pizza w bleu cheese and potato!! WOW! Also your commitment to Green choices. Phenomenal. I am hooked!"
Stephanie Santagada
August 2009
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"The food was full of wonderful flavors! Love the organics, herbs, and the chocolate torte! "
Jean Papandrea
August 2009
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"We enjoyed everything, innovative!"
Jeanne Hales
August 2009
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"Everything was great! I love that you are doing raw and vegan food!"
Tara Gartner
August 2009
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"The atmosphere and food awesome!"
Angela Michelin
August 2009
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"Your food :) First time here and everything was wonderful!"
Amy Hassenmayer
August 2009
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"The food was beautiful! Quite a surprise to find this level of quality in Ellenville. The staff was terrific as well."
Helen Fruchter
July 2009
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"Your fresh bread, best crust. Your portions-perfect size & everything is delicious"
Anne Thaw
July 2009
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"The food-Awesome"
Cindy Roe
July 2009
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Amazing meal & wonderfully delightful staff! Our 8yr anniversary was spent enjoying "Thyme" Jennifer Pellicci
July 2009
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You! The food! The Green!
Fran Schafer
July 2009
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Great feeling of being (coming) home everytime we are here.
Arnie Weintraub
July 2009
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Ahi tuna!... Great Beer Selection
Bryan Gordon
July 2009
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Menu, Staff, music!
James Krueger
July 2009
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Wonderful!
Joseph Weismann
July 2009
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The soup & pizza are excellent!
Gloria Rothstein
July 2009
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Our waitress was a total professional from the first moment. This made our dinner a complete delight. Don't change a thing! Thank you!
Mary Fisher
July 2009
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The selection of beer was awesome. Also all the gluten free options made dining for us very easy Jeffrey Creager
July 2009
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Service was excellent...accommodating without being pushy or intrusive...Food was 5 stars
Mary Ellen Rafferty
July 2009
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Sesame Crusted Tuna......delicious!!
Taui Bockman
July 2009
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The all inclusive menu works well for vegans and meat lovers alike
Amy Eckstein
July 2009
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Everything was perfect. The experience was well worth travel. The food and service was superb.
Herbert Wiley
July 2009
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The fish (Halibut) was cooked to perfection!
Mary Underwood
July 2009
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Lobster & Shrimp Scampi were outstanding! Chocolate Torte was incredible (change it's name to Chocolate Coma".
Dr Joesph Hughey
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"You have created a welcoming atmosphere where the food is wholesome and tasty and the service is attentive, without being overbearing." Samuel Glaser
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"You are already my favorite restaurant! Thank you for always making my visits with whom ever I bring along a memorable dining experience! It's a toss up as to which is my favorite feature...the food...the service...the ambience...the wine list...wheatgrass shots....dessert...getting to hang with all of you. Thank you!" Arlen Brown
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June 9, 2009
I just spent several days in Ellenville visiting a friend who is performing at the Shadowland. We dined with you several times, and I just wanted to say how wonderful the whole experience was. The food was fantastic, the ambiance is great and your service can't be beat. Everyone was very friendly and accommodating, making each of our visits a really great dining experience. I'd especially like to thank Celines.... she's a gem. Alisa and Kevin were really great, too!
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Thanks again, for helping to make our visit to Ellenville memorable!
Lori Lanham
Dry Ridge, KY
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"Love the staff, food is amazing"
Jill Morris
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"Fabulous.....It's at its best"
Noela Starr



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